Oramia marplesiOramia marplesi is a species of Agelenidae that is endemic to New Zealand.TaxonomyThis species was first described in 1964 by Ray Forster from female specimens. It was most recently revised in 1973, in which the male was described. The holotype is stored in Te Papa Museum under registration number A.000065.DescriptionThe female is recorded at 9.32mm in length whereas the male is 9mm. The carapace is coloured orange brown and darkens anteriorly. The legs are yellowish brown. The abdomen is dark brown with pale areas dorsally.DistributionThis species is only known from Auckland Island, New Zealand.Conservation statusUnder the New Zealand [Threat Classification System], this species is listed as "Naturally Uncommon" with the qualifiers of "Island Endemic" and "Range Restricted".